Madison Area Notables and Deaths Report
Ms T. Orr and daughter Charlotte of Winchester visit the Caplingers on West Second Street. Edward FJD and family return from Carrellion Ky. to Madison. Aton Denton returns to New Orleans after funeral of Mrs Catherine J Hunter. Dr Robert H Stanton visits. Capt. Robert F Stanton heads to Chicago for special work. Mrs Marygrie Clie aged 64 shipped to Charlestown Ind for burial. husband teaches at a colored school in Seymour. George LaFontaine buys Madison Brewing Co. property for 2300 dollars and will dismantle buildings. Henry Penn, 76, dies near Bedford Ky, survived by son Harry Penn and daughter Mrs Stan tin Ford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orr
Charlotte
Winchester
Walter Caplinger
West Second Street
Edward Fjd
Chicago
Robert F Stanton
Marygire Cliie
Craymont
Vail
Charlestown
Ind
Seymour
George LaFontaine
Madison Brewing Company
Charles G Crawford
LaFontaine
Henry Penn
Trimble County
Bedford
Harry Penn
Stantin Ford
Sheriff and deputy haul mystery cases after courthouse incident
Sheriff Monroe and Deputy Kremer were seen leaving the courthouse with two heavy cases. They proceeded to a back door and then fled down Mit street, later revealing a brick satchel and a tan suitcase. Authorities found eleven quarts of whisky in the suitcase and eight quarts in the satchel, owner unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George A. Moores
Peter Kremer
Court House
Ater
Monto
Mit Street
Monroe
Keemer
Affar
Officer Finnegan Overhauls Two Fugitives Near Jeffersonville Reformatory
Nelson Miller and Steven Szwaykoski escaped briefly from the Jeffersonville Reformatory yard while carpenters finished a wall. Officer Daniel Finnegan pursued with a mobile and recaptured them within five minutes, covering about 200 yards on the ground. Additional notes report Judge Bear named guardian for Otto and Catherine Mathias and a real estate deed approval for the Steinberger farm and related North Madison dwelling transfers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Miler
Steven Szwaykoski
Indiana
Daniel Finnegan
Courier-Journal
P. E. Bear
Otto
Catherine Mathias
Herman Mathias
Steinberger
North Madison
Edward M. Prenatt
Mary Josephine Crawley
Edward H
Emma L. Pogue
John McGregor
Germans Surrender to Avert Greatest Battle
The source reports that on November 12 the Allies planned a final blow to storm Metz and France. German high command, fearing a surprise Allied advance, began massing troops and armored units but authorized surrender and signed an armistice 24 hours before the planned attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Excelsior
France
Atscee
Lorraine
Bhey
de Castelnau
Spokane mastodon skeleton unearthed on Wittere Copkit ranch
Spokane museum plans to recover a large mastodon skeleton from the boggy Peyton farm soil. Porter Brothers and local contractors will excavate once weather allows, with capitation funded by the Peyton building firm. The find includes a mastodon skull with tusks, tied to a record-size specimen once found on the same farm in 1878 and now shown in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Neue Rosalia Wash
Sheleton
Academy of Science
Chicago
Will Sell Small Craft From War Fleet
The United States shipping board will dispose of more than 1,000,000 tons of wartime vessels. The sale includes 11 cent wooden vessels 12 cent composite ships and many small steel cargo craft used to supply the army in France. Proceeds will fund construction of large steel ships for long voyages by American fleets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Shipping Board
France
Stowaway Girls On U S Transport In New York Arrival
Two nineteen year old English girls hid aboard the United States transport Louisville en route from Brest to New York. They joined brides of American officers and privates, remaining undiscovered for a week. Captain Hartley allowed them to stay in the cabin and dine with the women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Louisville
New York City
Brest
Liverpool
Hartley
Married couple wed in Carrollton ceremony
Mrs Mary Johnson of North Walnut Street and Mr Jefferson Littlejohn of Manville were married yesterday in Carrollton. They will reside on Littlejohns farm near Manville as friends and relatives in the county extend congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Johnson
North Walnut Street
Jefferson Littlejohn
Manville
Carrollton
Mr. Littlejohn
Madison residents depart and arrivals in April travel notes
In Madison on April 4 Mrs Lottie Bayne left for Cincinnati to visit friends while Miss Grace Graves arrived from Columbus to see Miss Anna Harper. Fannie Morrow journeyed to Middlefork to visit her sister Mrs Baxter McGee and others boarded trains for Cincinnati and Chicago for visits or work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lottie Bayne
Cincinnati
Grace Graves
Columbus
Anna Harper
Fannie Morrow
Middlefork
Baxter McGee
F. W. Pfortner
M. C. Lepper
Helen Crozier
Ex Sheriff McKay’s Son Arrives Home From War
New Port News Virginia reports the arrival of Wagoner LeClair McKay, son of former Sheriff Frank McKay, from the 118th Ammunition Train. He was among Madison men who left for Camp Taylor Kentucky April 30. Private Edward Krue and Joseph Hill also sailed aboard the President Grant and are slated for mustering out soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank McKay
Newport News
Wagoner LeClair McKay
Madison
Camp Taylor
McKay
U.S. S
Grant
Edward Krue
Joseph Hill
If riches didn't have wings there would be but few high flyers
A brief observation notes that wealth grants ascent and privilege, suggesting few can rise without financial means, with a spring or coil metaphor indicating pursuit and ascent are tied to resources.
Big Four Grants Belgium Priority Claim on Germany
Paris dispatch reports the big four granted Belgium a claim of priority payment from Germany. No official statement had been issued as of this afternoon.
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Belgium
Paris
Big Four
Germany
Italian Transport Strikes Kill and Wound Troops
A transport vessel named Umbria carrying 2,000 Italian troops struck a mine while sailing from Italy to Tripoli. Several soldiers were killed and about 100 were wounded, reports from Bari via Central News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Umbria
Italy
Tripoli
Bari
Creation of International Aeronautical Commission Announced
Washington April 4 the State Department announced the creation of an international aeronautical commission to handle questions for the Paris peace conference and draft an international convention to govern air navigation in peacetime. Shipments to Cleveland include 190 girls chemises 23 comfort bags 15 property bags and various clothing items and auxiliary supplies with total expenditures listed at 15.85.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International Aeronautical Commission
Washington
State Department
Cleveland
Deputy
Brooksburg
Canaan
Wirt
Smyrna Auxilary
Monroe
Middlefork Auxiliary
Home Chapel Auxiliary
Cleveland Red Cross
Property Transfers Window in Lancaster and Baltimore Streets
Francis Ringwald transfers property to Charles Ringwald on Baltimore Street for a nominal sum. Charles Crawford and wife convey to George LaFontaine a parcel on the Madison Avenue area, tied to Madison Brewing Co. Charles McCaslin and wife deed 10 acres in Lancaster township to George W. Corya and Albert J. Corya for 3000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Ringwald
Charles Ringwald
Baltimore Street
Charles Crawford
George LaFontaine
Madison Brewing Co
Charles McCaslin
George W
Albert J. Corya
Lancaster Township
Largest hog weighed 870 pounds sold to Pearl Packing Co
Edward May sold a one year old hog weighing 870 lbs to Pearl Packing Co for 8137.02, said by managers to be the season’s largest. James Eads enlisted in the regular army cavalry in Indianapolis after leaving Demaree's garage. Authorities seek who delivered the 19 quarts of whisky found in Madison. Whisky is in Sheriff Monroe’s custody. Secretary Baker criticized Senator Chamberlain and We for unhelpful suggestions. The note ends with a father reflecting on twins’ brief span.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward May
Pearl Packing Co
James Eads
Demaree
Regular Army
Lauer Bros
Indianapolis
Madison
Monroe
Kremer
Baker
Senator Chamberlain
FARM LANDS FOR DOUGHBOYS TO FEED NATION
War era plan calls for opening vast U S lands to returning soldiers and others to farm. Canada New Zealand Australia and Britain back program while Secretary Lane urges government funds to survey title lands and prepare entry for homesteaders. Strong emphasis on creating independent American farmers to boost food supply.
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Canada
New Zealand
Australia
Meanea
Congress
President of Germany Leads Weimar Assembly Session
The National Assembly under President Thsphete ct OE Pole reniuaich directs the session in Weimar. Delegates address critical reforms as the new republic solidifies its legislative framework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
National Assembly
Polereniuaich
Presuiest Hori National Assembly
Ledioo i
Weimar
Clergy Unite For Victory Liberty Loan Appeal
Church leaders from St. Louis area urge support for the Victory Liberty Loan. Rev Dro WOR King, Dr David M Skilling, and Rev W H Geistwelt call on congregations to back the national effort to demobilize and rebuild, stressing sacrifice and duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of the Council
Ratisan Har
Reve Dro Wor King
St. Loui
Webster Groves Presbyterian Church
W. H. Geistwelt
Third Baptist Church
Middle West
Dr. Geistwelt
Not Like a Coat Liberty Bond Appeal
A Liberty Loan worker rejects the idea that patriotism is a coat worn only during hostilities. He argues that the coat remains ready to be worn, with pockets open for Uncle Sam. He stresses duty and pride will drive the Victory Liberty Loan investment, despite views on incentives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Loan
Uncle Sam
Victory Liberty Loan
Voile Blouse Praised For Durability And Style
A colleague notes a voile blouse remains looking like new. It features white voile with blue silk dots and threadwork for added detail. The piece is highlighted for durability and overall quality.
Respite Request for Eu gene V Debs Referred to Attorney General
Application for a respite preliminary to a pardon petition has been received at the White House and will be referred to Attorney General Palmer. Light ahead the coming straw hat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene V. Debs
White House
Palmer
Private Richard Heck Returns Home After War Service
Private Richard Heck of the 93d aero squadron arrived home after one year overseas. He sailed from France a month ago and earned the overseas service insignia on his left shoulder. He was mustered out at Camp Sherman in Chillicothe Ohio, yesterday. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Conrad Heck and is reported looking well as friends welcome him back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osmar Richmond
North Madison
Winchester
Charles C. Tennis
Pittsburgh
M. F. Tennis
Harold Patton
George Patton
Chicago
Public Service Electric Company
Madison Autombile Company
Cadillac Motor Cars
Louis Sulzer
Walter Greiner
Frank P. Vail
Newport News
Dana
France
Argus Dean
Dean
Child
California
Marble Hill
Lieut. Dean
Charles Dean
Richard Heck
93D Aero Squadron
Heck
The
Aero Service
Army
Camp Sherman
Chillicothe
Ohio
Conrad Heck
New Recruiting Officer Takes Charge in Madison
Sergt Daetwiler transferred to Fort Wayne after a month in Madison. Sergt Bench arrived from Fort Wayne to assume leadership of the local station. The Madison recruiting office sits over Lauer Bros. store with Sergt Beach having been stationed there previously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sergt. Daetwiler
Madison
Fort Wayne
Sergt. Bench
Sergt. Beach
Lauer Bros
Teeth of the Storm Visible in Open Winter
A stark line of wind and cold reveals the storm’s sharp edge across the region. Forecasters warn of gusts, drifting snow, and icy roads as plans adjust to the severe weather.
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Maison
Sheriff Monroe
Officer Daniel Finnegan
Jeffersonville Reformatory
Court News
Whertemberg
Ane Museum
Main Street
Champ Kahn
Schlesen
Vevay
Mr. Kahn
Robert Yunker
Private McKay
Jfferson County Red Cross
Secretary OF Interior
Uae
Werko Vis
Roy
Louisville Sild CO
Louwisville
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